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Job Description

Division: CMCO

Department: General Factory

Title: Machine Operator 1st Shift

Reports to: Team Lead/Plant Manager

Type of Position: Full Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Shift: 1st 

Job Summary

CMCO is the world leader in the heavy lift and securement industry. We set the standard for quality, training, and technical expertise in the field. It’s our goal to exceed the expectations of our customers through technical leadership, innovative solutions, vertically integrated manufacturing, premier use of support, and a value-added distribution channel.

We are committed to investing in and developing our employees’ talents and leadership and are currently seeking candidates for this position.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, 401(k) with company match and 10 paid holidays annually. 

As part of the CMCO team, you will be supporting channel partners and end users around the world using CMCO products in mission critical applications ranging from development of renewable power, space exploration, national defense, manufacturing, and infrastructure development.

The Machine Operator sets up and operates standard CNC machine tools in a highly efficient manner. Understands blueprints and written specifications. Skillfully uses all machinist’s hand tools and measuring instruments. Possesses knowledge of shop mathematics. Familiar with the various metals, speeds, and feeds to be used in machining. Capable of shaping metal bars, forgings, and castings to precise dimensions and finishes. Has a minimum of rejected parts with maximum productivity. Must be able to operate one or more machines as required to meet production and quality standards with maximum productivity.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential)

1. Set up and operate standard CNC machine tools.*
2. Read and understand blueprints and written specifications.*
3. Possess knowledge and ability to use shop mathematics.*
4. Skillfully use all machinist’s hand tools and measuring instruments.*
5. Be capable of shaping metal bars, forgings, and castings to precise dimensions and finishes.*
6. Be familiar with the various metals, speed, and feeds to be used in machining.*
7. Operate one or more machines to meet production and quality standards with maximum productivity.*
8. Be able to lift 5 to 50 pounds on a regular basis.*
9. Be able to reach, bend over, or twist to insure a part is secure in the machine, to measure and/or inspect work to print, to change tools, to set up machinery, and to load/unload the part from the machine.*
10. Be able to stand 40 to 60% of the time in order to reach parts to load, unload, and inspect parts; to print; and to visually observe machine functions.*
11. Be able to walk around the plant to change machines, get blueprints, retrieve parts, etc.*
12. Be able to see, read, and write in order to comprehend safety warnings and do necessary paperwork.*
13. Be able to communicate with supervisors, dispatchers, inspectors, etc.*
14. Be able to learn and have a long term memory for machine controls, machine functions, crane controls and functions, using measuring instruments, reading blueprints/symbols, etc.*
15. Punctuality and regular attendance are important to maintain manufacturing schedules.*

Job Specifications (Work Experience, Skills, Abilities, etc.) 

Manufacturing experience preferred

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions:

See attached

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.